Transcription-based video editing?

a lot of people seem to be suffering from this problem. they open CapCut and can see and use the Transcript-based editing feature; then at some point in the future the feature simply vanishes....

https://www.reddit.com/r/CapCut/comments/16p40av/what_happened_to_capcuts_transcript_editing/

it seems there is no solution at present other than to use the browser version. hopefully Capcut will figure something out.

this issue is affecting lots of people> https://www.reddit.com/r/CapCut/comments/16p40av/what_happened_to_capcuts_transcript_editing/

seems there is no solution at present 🙁

Hi,

Can you please try updating CapCut to latest release version to see if the problem persists. Also, try using VPN and connect from different country as some times certain features are restricted to select geographies.

Regards.

Hi,

It appears there might be some confusion about the availability of this feature across different CapCut versions.

Transcription-based editing is currently primarily available in the CapCut web version and the mobile app, but it is yet to be fully rolled out for Mac desktop application.

This functionality allows users to edit videos by manipulating the transcribed text, streamlining the editing process. Here's how you can access and utilize this feature:

Accessing transcription-based editing in CapCut for Mac:

1. Import your media:

   • Open CapCut on your Mac.
   • Click on "Create Project" and select "Import" from the media tab.
   • Upload your video file and drag it into the timeline.

2. Generate the transcript:

   • Select the "Transcript" option from the left toolbar.
   • CapCut will automatically transcribe the audio from your video, displaying the text alongside timestamps.

3. Edit using the transcript:

   • With the transcript generated, you can click on specific words or phrases to edit or remove them.
   • Edits made in the transcript will reflect directly in the video timeline, allowing for precise adjustments.

If you are unable to find the Transcription-Based editing feature on Mac, here is what you can do:

• CapCut Web Version: Yes, transcription-based editing is a highlighted feature of the CapCut web version. CapCut's promotional materials focus on using this feature within the web browser interface.
• CapCut mobile app (iOS and Android): Transcription and auto-captions are core features in the mobile apps. Some form of text-based editing would be available in the mobile version, although the focus is often on auto-captions for accessibility and style.
• CapCut Mac desktop application: The transcription-based editing for direct text manipulation of the video timeline is not yet a standard feature in the Mac desktop application. While the desktop app has robust editing capabilities, the advertised transcription-based workflow is currently centered around the web version.

Reasons for missing transcription feature within Mac desktop app:

• Feature rollout differences: Software features are often rolled out in stages across different platforms (web, desktop, mobile). CapCut prioritized the web version for transcription editing first.
• Marketing focus: The advertisements you saw might have been specifically highlighting the web version's capabilities, which is a newer and actively promoted part of the CapCut ecosystem.
• Desktop app focus: The Mac desktop app might be geared more towards traditional timeline-based video editing workflows, with transcription features potentially planned for a future update but not currently the primary editing method.

What can you do in these circumstance:

1. Use the CapCut web version for transcription editing: Since you are a Pro member, you have full access to the CapCut web version. This is the version CapCut is promoting for transcription-based editing. You can access it through your web browser, log in with your Pro account, and utilize the transcription features there.

2. Check for updates to the desktop app: Keep your CapCut Mac desktop application updated. Feature updates are released regularly, and fell fledged transcription-based editing will be added in a future version. Check for updates within the application menu or the Mac App Store if you downloaded it from there.

3. Explore auto-captions in the desktop app: While full transcription-based editing might be missing, the Mac desktop app does have auto-caption generation. Look for features related to "Auto Captions" or "Text-to-Speech" in the desktop app's menus. While this isn't the same as editing directly from the transcript, it might offer some text-based workflow options.

4. Contact CapCut support to confirm: To get definitive confirmation about the Mac desktop app's features and future plans for transcription editing, it would be best to directly contact CapCut support at [email protected]. You can usually find a "Help", "Feedback" or "Support" section within the application you can access the contact form. Explain that you are a Pro member looking for transcription-based editing in the Mac desktop app and ask if it is currently available or planned.

For a video guide on accessing transcription-based editing in CapCut for Mac, you might find this tutorial helpful:

This video provides a step-by-step walkthrough of the process, which might assist you in navigating the feature more effectively.

While it is understandable to expect transcription-based editing in the Mac desktop app based on advertising, however this feature is currently emphasized and primarily functional in the CapCut web version. For now, using the web version is likely your best option for that specific workflow. Keep an eye on updates for the desktop app, as features are continuously being added.